Heavy Equipment Operator

Rumpke - Effingham, IL

Effingham, IL

Waste Management and Remediation Services

About the position

Heavy Equipment Operators are responsible for safely operating various heavy equipment that perform the spreading and compaction of construction and demolition, and/or commercial and residential waste disposed of at the landfill or post collection facilities. Equipment operators are exposed to unpleasant odors and sights, and weather elements. Days: Monday - Friday. Hours: 5:30 am - 7:30 pm.

Responsibilities

• Perform efficient safe operation of bulldozers, graders, excavators, backhoes, front end loaders, wheel loaders, off road dump trucks, and other equipment.
• Safely move material in a manner which does not endanger personnel or equipment.
• Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections on equipment and complete necessary forms.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment, (i.e., lubricating, fueling, and cleaning equipment).
• Operate various equipment for general site preparation, landscaping, snow removal, and/or related assignments.
• Continuously monitor the equipment to ensure proper operation and minimal down time.
• Cleans waste from equipment body and wheels or tracks.
• Professional interaction with internal and external customers.
• Proficiently completes all operating and labor tasks assigned.
• Clean waste from equipment body and wheels throughout the day.
• Operate equipment in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including sitting, standing, reaching, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing).
• Ability to withstand 'bumpy' ride on equipment.
• Must be able to complete training on other landfill equipment, as necessary.
• Must be dependable, a self-starter, and able to identify and perform daily operational requirements.
• Ability to work in conditions with exposure to weather elements.
• Good verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with others.
• Must pass a written and operational test to be certified to operate equipment.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, and safety training.